Leaders notes...1 Things to think about...1

Size: px
Start display at page:

Download "Leaders notes...1 Things to think about...1"

Transcription

1 Leaders notes Sharing in the Life of Christ...2 Sunday 19 June. No condemnation!...2 Monday 20 June. Life in the Spirit...4 Tues 21 June. Our obligation...6 The Certainty of God s Love...8 Wed 22 June. All creation is waiting for us...8 Thu 23 June. Waiting patiently...10 Fri 24 June. Called according to his purpose...12 Sat 25 June. More than conquerors...14 Leaders notes Lead a session Pray for guidance and inspiration Read the passage. What does it simply say? Who is it talking to, what is the context? What does it mean for me Thank God for the help If there is no condemnation for believers (verse 1), should we ever have feelings of guilt? Why? In what way does the Spirit control our minds? (verse 6) When the pain of past sin haunts you, how should you respond? How do we get the ability to put our misdeeds to death? (verse 13) When we call God Father, do we feel fear, duty, or privilege? (verse 16). What do you see as your personal benefit to being a co-heir with Christ? How do you envision the glory that will be revealed in us? (verse 18) What will we be like? Where do you see first fruits of the Spirit in your life? How does that translate into hope for you? How much groaning do we do, and how much does the Spirit intercede for us? (verses 23, 26). Would Paul agree that God works for the good even in cases of child sex abuse, terrorism and genocide? (verse 28). God loves everyone, but does everyone love him? He will always love us (verse 39), but will we always love him? Read Psalm 23 as your faith statement of Romans 8:31-39 Excerpt taken from: (Sharing in the Life of Christ: A Study of Romans 8:1-17) by Michael Morrison, (

2 Sharing in the Life of Christ Paul s letter to the Romans can be divided into three major parts: a presentation of the gospel (chapters 1-8), the place of Israel in God s plan (chapters 9-11) and exhortations for Christian living (chapters 12-15). Chapter 8 comes near the end of Paul s explanation of the gospel. It is the climax, and the truths that Paul discusses are astounding. Sunday 26 June. Romans 8 verses 1-4. No condemnation! The chapter begins with an astonishing statement: Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus, because through Christ Jesus the law of the Spirit who gives life has set you free from the law of sin and death (verses 1-2). Because of what Christ has done, believers are not counted guilty and will not be punished on the day of judgment. We sin, but there is no condemnation. (If we didn t sin, the question of condemnation wouldn t even come up.) Paul knows that we sin, so he is saying, there is no eternal punishment for Christians even though they sin. Hard to believe? Yes, because we know that sin deserves to be punished. Paul agrees, but the gospel announces that Christ has taken our sins, and the consequences, on himself. He has punished sin itself. He has experienced the consequences of sin, and escaped, so that we can also escape. On behalf of all humanity, Christ has experienced the results of our sins, so there is no further condemnation waiting for us. If we trust him, if our lives are in him, we do not need to be afraid. Sin has physical penalties in this life, but for those who are in Christ, it has no ultimate penalty for us. Why? Because Jesus has set us free from the law of sin and death, set us free from the only law that could possibly condemn us. The law that says, Those who sin shall die, no longer applies to us, because it has been taken care of completely. We died with Christ, and it is no longer we who sin, but it s the sinful nature inside of us that does it (7:17). It will die, and we who are in Christ will live eternally. If there is no condemnation for believers (verse 1), should we ever have feelings of guilt? Why? God does not want us to sin, but even if we sin, we will not be condemned because of what Jesus has done for us. The law could not give us eternal life, but God could, and he did it through the death of Christ. For what the law was powerless to do [that is, to give life] because it was weakened by the flesh, God did by sending his own Son in the likeness of sinful flesh to be a sin offering. And so he condemned sin in the flesh (Romans 8:3). Jesus did not come to condemn sinners he came to condemn sin. He came to take away its power to control us and kill us. He came to give us life, and to do it in such a way that the righteous requirements of the law might be fully met in us (verse 4). In his life and in his death, Jesus satisfied all the requirements of the law, both its commands and its penalties. It cannot demand anything more. Excerpt taken from: (Sharing in the Life of Christ: A Study of Romans 8:1-17) by Michael Morrison, (

3 Song: Every Promise By Keith Getty & Stuart Townend 2005 Thankyou Music (Adm. by Integrity Music) From the breaking of the dawn To the setting of the sun, I will stand on every promise of Your word. Words of power, strong to save, That will never pass away, I will stand on every promise of Your word. For Your covenant is sure, And on this I am secure, I can stand on every promise of Your word. When I stumble and I sin, Condemnation pressing in, I will stand on every promise of Your word. You are faithful to forgive, That in freedom I might live, So I stand on every promise of Your word. Guilt to innocence restored: You remember sins no more! So I'll stand on every promise of Your word. When I'm faced with anguished choice, I will listen for Your voice, And I'll stand on every promise of Your word. Through this dark and troubled land You will guide me with your hand As I stand on every promise of Your word. And you've promised to complete Every work begun in me, So I'll stand on every promise of Your word. Hope that lifts me from despair, Love that casts out every fear, As I stand on every promise of Your word. Not forsaken, not alone, For the Comforter has come, And I stand on every promise of Your word. Grace sufficient, grace for me, Grace for all who will believe, We will stand on every promise of Your word. Prayer: Lord thank you that there is no condemnation for me, and that I am set free from sin and death, by your Spirit. Excerpt taken from: (Sharing in the Life of Christ: A Study of Romans 8:1-17) by Michael Morrison, (

4 Monday 27 June. Romans 8 verses Life in the Spirit Paul then tells us that Christians do not live according to the flesh but according to the Spirit (verse 4). We do not set our minds on what the flesh wants, but those who live in accordance with the Spirit have their minds set on what the Spirit desires (verse 5). We are not perfect, but as we are led by the Spirit, we think and do the things of God. Before we came to believe, our minds were headed for death. The unconverted mind is hostile to God. It does not submit to God s law, nor can it do so. It is rebellious and disobedient. Paul concludes, Those who are in the realm of the flesh cannot please God (verses 6-8). In what way does the Spirit control our minds? (verse 6) When the pain of past sin haunts you, how should you respond? But now, we are not in the realm of the flesh but are in the realm of the Spirit, if indeed the Spirit of God lives in you. And if anyone does not have the Spirit of Christ, they do not belong to Christ (verse 9). The Holy Spirit lives in and guides everyone who belongs to Christ, and the mind governed by the Spirit is life and peace (verse 6). If we don t even want to live right, we do not belong to Christ (in the sense that Paul is using it here; everything belongs to Christ in another sense). Our old bodies are dead because of sin, and they received their wages on the cross (6:2-6). In Christ, though, we have new life If Christ is in you, then even though your body is subject to death because of sin, the Spirit gives life because of righteousness (8:10). Because Christ is righteous, and we are in him, the Spirit gives us life. And if the Spirit of him who raised Jesus from the dead is living in you, he who raised Christ from the dead [i.e., the Father] will also give life to your mortal bodies because of his Spirit, who lives in you (verse 11). God will also raise us, if his Spirit is living in us, leading us, motivating us. Our bodies will be raised like his immortal, incorruptible and glorious. The Holy Spirit plays an essential role in our salvation. Excerpt taken from: (Sharing in the Life of Christ: A Study of Romans 8:1-17) by Michael Morrison, (

5 Song: Breathe on me breath of God By Edwin Hatch (1878) Breathe on me, Breath of God, fill me with life anew, that I may love the way you love, and do what you would do. Breathe on me, Breath of God, until my heart is pure, until my will is one with yours, to do and to endure. Breathe on me, Breath of God, so shall I never die, but live with you the perfect life for all eternity. Remember a promise The Spirit who raised Jesus from the dead lives in, and is energizing _(your name)_ (v. 11) Prayer: Help me, Lord, to so live by the Spirit that I may walk with the Spirit. (Galatians 5:25) Excerpt taken from: (Sharing in the Life of Christ: A Study of Romans 8:1-17) by Michael Morrison, (

6 Tues 28 June. Romans 8 verses Our obligation Therefore, brothers and sisters, we have an obligation, Paul says (verse 12). It is not to live according to the flesh, for if we do that, we will die (verse 13). Paul does not directly say what our obligation is, but his contrast implies that we are obligated to live according to the Spirit of God. There is no ultimate penalty for failures, Paul says in verse 1, but the obligation still remains: if by the Spirit you put to death the misdeeds of the body, you will live (verse 13). We are called to serve the Spirit, not the flesh. We are commanded to serve God, not self. We are commanded to resist sin, to put misdeeds to death. How do we get the ability to put our misdeeds to death? (verse 13) The old person is condemned; the new person is not. Therefore, we want to spend as much of life as we can in the new. Whatever we do according to the sinful flesh will die, but whatever we do in obedience to God will be of eternal value. The more we reject sin and the more we obey God, the more we are really alive. For those who are led by the Spirit of God are the children of God (verse 14). If we are in Christ, we are guided by the Spirit into a life that pleases God. Our obedience is led by the Spirit; we cannot take credit for it. Paul says that the life he has now is Christ in him (Galatians 2:20); Paul cannot take credit for the work that Christ does in him (Romans 15:18). The Spirit does not enslave us or frighten us with threats of condemnation, but gives us a secure membership in God s family: So you have not received a spirit that makes you fearful slaves. Instead, you received God s Spirit when he adopted you as his own children. Now we call him, Abba, Father. For his Spirit joins with our spirit to affirm that we are God s children (verses 15-16, New Living Translation). When we call God Father, do we feel fear, duty, or privilege? (verse 16). Since God s Spirit lives in us, we can confidently call God our Father and this has important implications. If we are children, then we are heirs heirs of God and co-heirs with Christ (verse 17). This means an assurance of salvation and an assurance of glory but it also means that we suffer, as Jesus did. if indeed we share in his sufferings in order that we may also share in his glory. When our lives are placed in Christ, then we share in his life, both the good and the bad. We share in his sufferings, in his death, in his righteousness and in his resurrection. As God s children, we are co-heirs with Christ, sharing in who he is and what he has done. We are united with him forever in glory! What do you see as your personal benefit to being a co-heir with Christ? Excerpt taken from: (Sharing in the Life of Christ: A Study of Romans 8:1-17) by Michael Morrison, (

7 Song: Abba Father By Dave Bilborough 1997 Kingsway s Thankyou Music Abba Father, let me be Yours and Yours alone May my will forever be Ever more Your own Never let my heart grow cold Never let me go Abba Father, let me be Yours and Yours alone Remember a promise _(your name)_ is led by God and thus is a child of God (v. 14) _(your name)_ can call God Abba or Daddy! (v. 15) Through Christ _(your name)_ is an heir of God, inheriting divine blessings (v. 17) Prayer: Thank You, Father, that by grace through faith I have become Your child (Ephesians 2:8). Excerpt taken from: (Sharing in the Life of Christ: A Study of Romans 8:1-17) by Michael Morrison, (

8 The Certainty of God s Love Throughout the book of Romans, Paul has argued that God counts us as righteous because of what Christ has done. Even though we sometimes sin, those sins are counted against the old self that was crucified with Christ; our sins do not count against who we are in Christ. We have an obligation to fight sin not in order to be saved, but because we are already children of God. In the last part of chapter 8, Paul turns his attention to our glorious future. Wed 29 June. Romans 8 verses All creation is waiting for us The Christian life is not easy. Fighting sin is not easy. Enduring persecution is not easy. Coping with day-to-day life in a fallen world, with corruptible bodies, has its difficulties. Nevertheless, Paul says, our present sufferings are not worth comparing with the glory that will be revealed in us (verse 18). Just as there was for Jesus, there is joy set before us a future so wonderful that our current trials will seem minor. How do you envision the glory that will be revealed in us? (verse 18) What will we be like? Where do you see first fruits of the Spirit in your life? How does that translate into hope for you? But we are not the only ones who will benefit. Paul says that there is a cosmic significance to God s plan being worked out in us: For the creation waits in eager expectation for the children of God to be revealed (verse 19). The creation not only wants to see us in glory the creation itself will also be blessed with change when God s plan is brought to completion, as Paul says in the next verses: For the creation was subjected to frustration in hope that the creation itself will be liberated from its bondage to decay and brought into the freedom and glory of the children of God (verses 20-21). The creation is now in decay, but that is not the way it is supposed to be. But at the resurrection, when we are given the glory that rightly belongs to God s children, the universe will somehow be freed from its bondage, too. The entire universe has been redeemed by the work of Jesus Christ (Colossians 1:19-20).

9 Song: All creation is a song By Graham Kendrick and Paul Baloche 2005 Integrity s Hosanna Music/Thank You Music All creation is a song Waiting to be sung All of nature like a prayer Waiting for a tongue For who will give it voice And make its anthem ring Or rise to lead a choir Of all created things? Lord hear your people sing Blessing honour glory power To Creations' King Songs of earth and songs of heaven Join as one to bring Blessing honour glory power To Creations' King All the nations are a song Waiting to be sung Every instrument and voice Created for the One The Maker of all things The Majesty above Who bought us back from death With such a costly love What praise could be enough? Prayer We thank you, our Father, for these mighty promises. We know that one day these words, which are essentially forms and empty sounds to us, will be filled with a content that is beyond description. You will astonish our minds and our hearts by what you have prepared. We pray that we may understand this, and thus be able to endure patiently and with thanksgiving what we are going through now, knowing that it is the very suffering that is working and producing the glory. We ask in Jesus' name, Amen.

10 Thu 30 June. Romans 8 verses Waiting patiently Even though the price has already been paid, we do not yet see everything the way God wants it. The whole creation has been groaning as in the pains of childbirth right up to the present time (Romans 8:22). The creation is burdened, as if in pain, as it forms the womb in which we are being birthed. Not only that, but we ourselves, who have the firstfruits of the Spirit, groan inwardly as we wait eagerly for our adoption to sonship, the redemption of our bodies (verse 23). Even though we have been given the Holy Spirit as an advance payment of salvation, we also struggle, for our salvation is not yet complete. We struggle with sin, we struggle with physical limitations, pain and sorrow even while we rejoice in what Christ has done for us. Salvation means that our bodies will be made new, no longer subject to decay (1 Corinthians 15:53), and transformed into glory. The physical world is not junk that must be tossed aside God made it good, and he will make it good again. We do not know how bodies are resurrected, nor the physics of the renewed universe, but we can trust the Creator to complete his work. We do not yet see a perfect creation, neither in space nor on earth nor in our own bodies, but we are confident that it will be transformed. As Paul says: For in this hope we were saved. But hope that is seen is no hope at all. Who hopes for what they already have? But if we hope for what we do not yet have, we wait for it patiently (Romans 8:24-25). We wait, with both patience and eagerness, for the resurrection of our bodies, when our adoption will be completed. We live in the situation of already but not yet : already redeemed, but not yet completely redeemed. We are already freed from condemnation, but not yet completely freed from sin. We are already in the kingdom, but it is not yet in its fullness. We live with aspects of the age to come, even as we struggle with aspects of the old age. In the same way, the Spirit helps us in our weakness. We do not know what we ought to pray for, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us through wordless groans (verse 26). God knows our limitations and frustrations. He knows that our flesh is weak even when our spirit is willing, so his Spirit intercedes for us, even for needs that cannot be put into words. How much groaning do we do, and how much does the Spirit intercede for us? (verses 23, 26). God s Spirit does not remove our weakness, but helps us in our weakness. He bridges the gap between old and new, between what we see and what he has declared us to be. For example, we sin even though we want to do righteousness (7:14-25). We see sin in our lives, but God declares us righteous, because God sees the end result even while the process has just begun. Despite the discrepancy between what we see and what we want, we can be confident that the Holy Spirit does what we cannot. He will see us through. He who searches our hearts knows the mind of the Spirit, because the Spirit intercedes for God s people in

11 accordance with the will of God (8:27). The Holy Spirit is on our side, helping us, so we can be confident! Song: Holy Spirit we welcome you By Chris Bowater 1986 Sovreign Lifestyle Music Move among us with holy fire As we lay aside all earthly desires Hands reach out and our hearts aspire Holy Spirit, Holy Spirit Let the breeze of Your presence blow That Your children here might truly know How to move in the Spirit's flow Holy Spirit, Holy Spirit Please accomplish in me today Some new work of loving grace, I pray Unreservedly have Your way Holy Spirit, Holy Spirit Remember a promise _(your name)_ s body will be redeemed, set free and made whole (v. 23) The Spirit helps _(your name)_ s weaknesses with intercessions from deep inside (v. 26) Prayer: Thank You, Lord, that by Your indwelling Holy Spirit I am sealed for the day of redemption (Ephesians 4:30).

12 Fri 1 July. Romans 8 verses Called according to his purpose Even despite our trials, our weakness and our sins, we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose (verse 28). God does not cause all things, but he allows them, and works with them for his purpose. He has a plan for us, and we can be confident that he will complete his work in us (Philippians 1:6). God planned in advance that we should become like his Son, Jesus Christ. So he called us through the gospel, justified us through his Son, and united us with him in his glory: For those God foreknew he also predestined to be conformed to the likeness of his Son, that he might be the firstborn among many brothers and sisters. And those he predestined, he also called; those he called, he also justified; those he justified, he also glorified (Romans 8:29-30). The meaning of foreknowledge and predestination is vigorously debated, and this verse does not resolve the debate, for Paul is not focusing on these words here (nor does he elsewhere). Paul is not commenting, for example, on whether God allows people to refuse the glory he has planned for them. Paul s purpose here, as he nears the climax of his presentation of the gospel, is to assure readers that they do not need to worry about their salvation. If they want it, they ll get it. And for rhetorical effect, Paul speaks even of being glorified in the past tense. It is as good as done. Even though we have struggles in this life, we can count on glory in the next life. Would Paul agree that God works for the good even in cases of child sex abuse, terrorism and genocide? (verse 28). Song: Praise to the Lord By Joachim Neander(1680) trans. Catherine Winkworth (1863) Praise to the Lord, the Almighty, the King of creation! O my soul, praise him, for he is your health and salvation! Come, all who hear; now to his temple draw near, join me in glad adoration. Praise to the Lord, above all things so wondrously reigning; sheltering you under his wings, and so gently sustaining! Have you not seen all that is needful has been sent by his gracious ordaining? Praise to the Lord, who will prosper your work and defend you; surely his goodness and mercy shall daily attend you. Ponder anew what the Almighty can do, if with his love he befriends you.

13 Praise to the Lord! O let all that is in me adore him! All that has life and breath, come now with praises before him. Let the Amen sound from his people again; gladly forever adore him. Remember a promise All things work together for the good of _(your name)_ who loves God and is called according to his purpose (v. 28) God takes initiative to know, guide, call, justify, and glorify _(your name)_, helping _(your name)_ to become more and more like Jesus (v ) Prayer Thank you, Lord, that having begun a good work in me, You will bring it to completion at the day of Jesus Christ (Philippians 1:6).

14 Sat 2 July. Romans 8 verses More than conquerors What, then, shall we say in response to these things? If God is for us, who can be against us? He who did not spare his own Son, but gave him up for us all how will he not also, along with him, graciously give us all things? (verses 31-32). If God went so far as to give us his Son even when we were sinners, we can be sure that he will give us everything else that we need to make it. We can be sure that he is not going to get angry at us and take away his offer. Who will bring any charge against those whom God has chosen? It is God who justifies (verse 33). On the day of judgment, no one can accuse us, for God has declared us not guilty. No one can condemn us, for Christ our Savior is interceding for us: Who then is the one who condemns? No one. Christ Jesus who died more than that, who was raised to life is at the right hand of God and is also interceding for us (verse 34). We have not just a sacrifice for our sins, but also a living Savior who continues to help us in our journey toward glory. Paul s rhetorical skill shines in the stirring climax of the chapter: Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? Shall trouble or hardship or persecution or famine or nakedness or danger or sword? As it is written: For your sake we face death all day long; we are considered as sheep to be slaughtered (verses 35-37, quoting Psalm 44:22). Can our troubles separate us from God? If we are killed for the faith, have we lost the battle? Absolutely not, Paul says: No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us. Even in pain and suffering, we are not losers we are better than conquerors, because we share in the victory of Jesus Christ. Our prize our inheritance is the eternal glory of God! The prize is infinitely greater than the cost. For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord (verses 38-39). Nothing can separate us from the plan that God has for us. Absolutely nothing can separate us from his love! We can be confident in the salvation he has given us. God loves everyone, but does everyone love him? He will always love us (verse 39), but will we always love him? Go on and read Psalm 23 as your faith statement of Romans 8:31-39

15 Song: O love that will not let me go By George Matheson O love that wilt not let me go, I rest my weary soul in thee; I give thee back the life I owe, that in thine ocean depths its flow may richer, fuller be. O light that followest all my way, I yield my flickering torch to thee; my heart restores its borrowed ray, that in thy sunshine s blaze its day may brighter, fairer be. O joy that seekest me through pain, I cannot close my heart to thee; I trace the rainbow through the rain, and feel the promise is not vain that morn shall tearless be. O cross that liftest up my head, I dare not ask to fly from thee; I lay in dust life s glory dead, and from the ground there blossoms red life that shall endless be. Remember a promise If God is for _(your name)_ then who can be against _(your name)_? (v. 31) In all things _(your name)_ is more than a conqueror through Christ s love (v. 37) Nothing absolutely nothing! can separate _(your name)_ from the love God that is in Christ (v ). Prayer: Make me an instrument of your peace, Lord, that others may take courage through my faith witness. Amen

Romans 8 - New International Version (NIV)

Romans 8 - New International Version (NIV) Romans 8 - New International Version (NIV) Life Through the Spirit 8 Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus, 2 because through Christ Jesus the law of the Spirit who

More information

ROMANS 8, English Standard Version. 1 There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.

ROMANS 8, English Standard Version. 1 There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus. ROMANS 8, English Standard Version 1 There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus. 2 For the law of the Spirit of life has set you free in Christ Jesus from the law of sin and

More information

Romans 8 Verse by Verse Preservation/Glorification John Hepp, Jr.

Romans 8 Verse by Verse Preservation/Glorification John Hepp, Jr. Romans 8 Verse by Verse Preservation/Glorification John Hepp, Jr. www.kingdominbible.com As I show in my Survey of Romans, that Epistle consists mostly of Paul s treatise on how and why the gospel works.

More information

1014(1) Romans

1014(1) Romans 1014(1) Romans 5.5-11 Justified by his blood, we will be saved through him from the wrath of God. A reading from the Letter of Saint Paul to the Romans. Brothers and sisters: Hope does not disappoint us,

More information

Holy Spirit THE HOLY SPIRIT IN THE LIFE OF A CHRISTIAN

Holy Spirit THE HOLY SPIRIT IN THE LIFE OF A CHRISTIAN Holy Spirit THE HOLY SPIRIT IN THE LIFE OF A CHRISTIAN Lesson 5 When Jesus poured out the Spirit on all flesh on the day of Pentecost, the Holy Spirit started His ministry in the life of the Christians.

More information

GOD WANTS A RELATIONSHIP Not a Performance

GOD WANTS A RELATIONSHIP Not a Performance Bible Teaching Resources by Don Anderson Ministries PO Box 6611 Tyler, TX 75711-6611 903.939.1201 Phone 903.939.1204 Fax 1.877.326.7729 Toll Free www.bibleteachingresources.org www.oneplace.com/ministries/persevering_and_pressing_on

More information

ORDER OF WORSHIP May 14, 2017 Fifth Sunday of Easter ~ Mother s Day

ORDER OF WORSHIP May 14, 2017 Fifth Sunday of Easter ~ Mother s Day ORDER OF WORSHIP May 14, 2017 Fifth Sunday of Easter ~ Mother s Day Please sign and pass the Friendship Book ( pew pad ) where you can also record any prayer requests. Our prayer is that you will experience

More information

ROMANS 8, New King James Version

ROMANS 8, New King James Version ROMANS 8, New King James Version 1 [There is] therefore now no condemnation to those who are in Christ Jesus, who do not walk according to the flesh, but according to the Spirit. 2 For the law of the Spirit

More information

3. The law of Moses was unable to save us because of the weakness of our sinful nature. So God did what the law could not do. He sent his own Son in a

3. The law of Moses was unable to save us because of the weakness of our sinful nature. So God did what the law could not do. He sent his own Son in a 105 8. So now there is no condemnation for those who belong to Christ Jesus. 2. And because you belong to him, the power of the life-giving Spirit has freed you from the power of sin that leads to death.

More information

Ephesians1: Safe & Secure!

Ephesians1: Safe & Secure! Peace to the brothers, and love with faith from God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. Grace to all who love our Lord Jesus Christ with an undying love. Ephesians 6:23-24 Ephesians1:11-14 Safe & Secure!

More information

4. Adoption: You are a Son of God

4. Adoption: You are a Son of God 4. Adoption: You are a Son of God If you want to judge how well a person understands Christianity, find out how much he makes of the thought of being God s child, and having God as his Father. If this

More information

Service of Commemoration. of the Faithful Departed

Service of Commemoration. of the Faithful Departed St. Mark s & Putnoe Heights Church Bedford Service of Commemoration of the Faithful Departed 2005 St Mark s Church November 13 3.00pm Preacher The Reverend Charles Royden I am the resurrection and the

More information

CLASS 8: VICTORY THROUGH THE SPIRIT (Romans 8)

CLASS 8: VICTORY THROUGH THE SPIRIT (Romans 8) CLASS 8: VICTORY THROUGH THE SPIRIT (Romans 8) 5. From justification to glory, ch. 8 Paul does not conclude on a negative note. While sin does continue to exert its power, we have a greater power within

More information

Gleanings of Grace. Romans 8

Gleanings of Grace. Romans 8 Gleanings of Grace Romans 8 Lesson 6 The book of Romans was written by the apostle Paul to Christians residing in Rome while he was ministering in Corinth. The emphasis of the book is the gospel of Jesus

More information

International Bible Lessons Commentary Romans 8:28-39

International Bible Lessons Commentary Romans 8:28-39 International Bible Lessons Commentary Romans 8:28-39 New International Version International Bible Lessons Sunday, August 7, 2016 L.G. Parkhurst, Jr. The International Bible Lesson (Uniform Sunday School

More information

BRENTWOOD BAPTIST CHURCH

BRENTWOOD BAPTIST CHURCH BRENTWOOD BAPTIST CHURCH PERSONAL STUDY GUIDE OCTOBER 2013 BRENTWOOD BAPTIST CHURCH OCTOBER 2013 PERSONAL STUDY GUIDE CONTENTS OCTOBER 6 TRIUMPH OVER TRIBULATIONS... 3 By the help of God s Spirit, we can

More information

THE SOVEREIGNTY OF GOD GOD S UNLIMITED POWER

THE SOVEREIGNTY OF GOD GOD S UNLIMITED POWER THE SOVEREIGNTY OF GOD GOD S UNLIMITED POWER The Sovereignty of God. 1 Nelson s Illustrated Bible Dictionary describes God s sovereignty as a theological term, which refers to the unlimited power of God,

More information

Second Presbyterian Church ORDER FOR THE. PUBLIC WORSHIP of GOD

Second Presbyterian Church ORDER FOR THE. PUBLIC WORSHIP of GOD Second Presbyterian Church ORDER FOR THE PUBLIC WORSHIP of GOD July 7, 2013 INSTRUMENTAL PRELUDE: Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing........... Robert Robinson WRESPONSIVE CALL TO WORSHIP: Psalm 96:1-4...

More information

Second Readings From The New Testament

Second Readings From The New Testament Second Readings From The New Testament From the Lectionary for Mass, no. 1014; and supplemental NT readings* Romans 5:1-5* Faith, Hope, and Love.... 58 Romans 5:5-11 Since we are now justified by his Blood,

More information

Protecting Our Minds (Helmet of Salvation) Eph. 6:17 & 1 Thes. 5:8-9

Protecting Our Minds (Helmet of Salvation) Eph. 6:17 & 1 Thes. 5:8-9 Protecting Our Minds (Helmet of Salvation) Eph. 6:17 & 1 Thes. 5:8-9 1 Thessalonians 5:8-9 (NIV) 8 But since we belong to the day, let us be selfcontrolled, putting on faith and love as a breastplate,

More information

A reading from the Letter of Saint Paul to the Romans 5:5-11

A reading from the Letter of Saint Paul to the Romans 5:5-11 A reading from the Letter of Saint Paul to the Romans 5:5-11 Hope does not disappoint, because the love of God has been poured out into our hearts through the Holy Spirit who has been given to us. For

More information

A reading from the Letter of Saint Paul to the Romans

A reading from the Letter of Saint Paul to the Romans E-1 Romans 5:5-11 A reading from the Letter of Saint Paul to the Romans Hope does not disappoint, because the love of God has been poured out into our hearts through the Holy Spirit who has been given

More information

VANTAGE POINT: ROMANS

VANTAGE POINT: ROMANS INTRODUCTION Last time we looked at the battle between the law of the mind (conscience) and the law of sin (the law of Moses) This battle is raging in this body of death, referring to our human body which

More information

GOD. Romans Chapter 8

GOD. Romans Chapter 8 GOD Romans Chapter 8 Chapter 8 of the Book of Romans is the culmination of the Doctrinal portion of this epistle written by Paul to the Church in this Grace Administration. We as members of the Body of

More information

E-1 Romans 5:5-11 A Reading from the letter of Paul to the Romans

E-1 Romans 5:5-11 A Reading from the letter of Paul to the Romans E-1 Romans 5:5-11 A Reading from the letter of Paul to the Romans Hope does not disappoint, because the love of God has been poured out into our hearts through the holy Spirit that has been given to us.

More information

Hope does not disappoint, because the love of God has been poured out into our hearts through the

Hope does not disappoint, because the love of God has been poured out into our hearts through the C Selections: Second Readings from the New Testament C-1. Book: Romans, Chapter: 5, Verse: 5-11 Hope does not disappoint, because the love of God has been poured out into our hearts through the Holy Spirit

More information

A reading from the Letter of Saint Paul to the Romans

A reading from the Letter of Saint Paul to the Romans Romans 5:5-11 A reading from the Letter of Saint Paul to the Romans Hope does not disappoint, because the love of God has been poured out into our hearts through the Holy Spirit who has been given to us.

More information

Romans 5:5-11 Since we are now justified by his Blood, we will be saved through him from the wrath.

Romans 5:5-11 Since we are now justified by his Blood, we will be saved through him from the wrath. Romans 5:5-11 Since we are now justified by his Blood, we will be saved through him from the wrath. A reading from the Letter of Saint Paul to the Romans Hope does not disappoint, because the love of God

More information

Romans 5:5-11 Since we are now justified by his Blood, we will be saved through him from the wrath.

Romans 5:5-11 Since we are now justified by his Blood, we will be saved through him from the wrath. Romans 5:5-11 Since we are now justified by his Blood, we will be saved through him from the wrath. A reading from the Letter of Saint Paul to the Romans Hope does not disappoint, because the love of God

More information

*this is an additional option. It can be noted as First Peter in your choices. Peter 4:8-11

*this is an additional option. It can be noted as First Peter in your choices. Peter 4:8-11 *this is an additional option. It can be noted as First Peter in your choices Peter 4:8-11 A reading from the Book of First Peter Most importantly, love each other deeply, because love will cause many

More information

Spirituality flourishes St Paul on the Holy Spirit. Rome at the time? Justification by faith. Roman Christians? Participation in Christ

Spirituality flourishes St Paul on the Holy Spirit. Rome at the time? Justification by faith. Roman Christians? Participation in Christ Lang,age'for'God Romans'8 Spirituality flourishes St Paul on the Holy Spirit Prayer v. prayers The prayer thing 1 2 Spirit'in'Paul Rome'and'its'Christians Rome at the time? Justification by faith Roman

More information

Golden Text: What shall we then say to these things? If God be for us, who can be against us? (Romans 8:31).

Golden Text: What shall we then say to these things? If God be for us, who can be against us? (Romans 8:31). Sunday, August 7, 2016 Lesson: Romans 8:28-39; Time of Action: 56 A.D.; Place of Action: Paul writes from Corinth Golden Text: What shall we then say to these things? If God be for us, who can be against

More information

Second Reading Please choose one and select a reader

Second Reading Please choose one and select a reader Second Reading Please choose one and select a reader Romans 5:5-11 Hope does not disappoint, because the love of God has been poured out into our hearts through the Holy Spirit who has been given to us.

More information

Order of Worship. We seek to glorify God by preaching His Word and spreading the gospel of Grace in Boldness and Selflessness.

Order of Worship. We seek to glorify God by preaching His Word and spreading the gospel of Grace in Boldness and Selflessness. Order of Worship We seek to glorify God by preaching His Word and spreading the gospel of Grace in Boldness and Selflessness. www.saintstephenschapel.org Order of Worship Saint Stephen s Chapel August

More information

Second Reading from the New Testament Romans 5:5-11. A reading from the Letter of Saint Paul to the Romans

Second Reading from the New Testament Romans 5:5-11. A reading from the Letter of Saint Paul to the Romans Romans 5:5-11 A reading from the Letter of Saint Paul to the Romans Hope does not disappoint, because the love of God has been poured out into our hearts through the Holy Spirit who has been given to us.

More information

Here are the songs we sang this Sunday. This shows the song name, the artist who performed the song, and the cd that contains the song.

Here are the songs we sang this Sunday. This shows the song name, the artist who performed the song, and the cd that contains the song. Here are the songs we sang this Sunday. This shows the song name, the artist who performed the song, and the cd that contains the song. We Will Hold On Paul Baloche - Glorious By Faith Keith & Kristyn

More information

A reading from the letter of Saint Paul to the Romans

A reading from the letter of Saint Paul to the Romans Romans 5:1-11 E1 Since we are now justified by his Blood, we will be saved through him from the wrath. A reading from the letter of Saint Paul to the Romans Hope does not disappoint, because the love of

More information

The Security of the Believer "For God s gifts and his call are irrevocable." Romans 11:29 by Wesley R. Husted

The Security of the Believer For God s gifts and his call are irrevocable. Romans 11:29 by Wesley R. Husted The Security of the Believer "For God s gifts and his call are irrevocable." Romans 11:29 by Wesley R. Husted Judy, this is in response to your question Is there security for the believer, or can we lose

More information

Romans 8:31-34 If God is for us, who can be against us? He who did not spare His own Son, but gave Him up for us all how will He not also, along with

Romans 8:31-34 If God is for us, who can be against us? He who did not spare His own Son, but gave Him up for us all how will He not also, along with Romans 8:31-34 If God is for us, who can be against us? He who did not spare His own Son, but gave Him up for us all how will He not also, along with Him, graciously give us all things? Who will bring

More information

New Year s Eve Scripture & Song Service

New Year s Eve Scripture & Song Service New Year s Eve Scripture & Song Service Peace Lutheran Church 2090 Commerce Drive North Mankato, MN 56003 Peace Lutheran Church Evangelical Lutheran Synod Serving Christ with united hearts and hands and

More information

A Staffed Nursery is available for your use at any time during the service. It is located in Rooms 1 and 2.

A Staffed Nursery is available for your use at any time during the service. It is located in Rooms 1 and 2. 1 BEFORE WORSHIP As you prepare to worship your Lord today, spend a few quiet minutes in prayer before the service. Review the lessons, the service notes, and pray this prayer: PRAYER OF THE DAY O God,

More information

Growth Group Material

Growth Group Material Growth Group Material 1 2 A STUDY OF ROMANS 8 A Study of Romans 8 Romans 8 is a treasure trove of life-changing truth. It begins with no condemnation and ends with no separation. Nowhere else in the Bible

More information

T H E L O R D S S E R V I C E November 19, :30 a.m.

T H E L O R D S S E R V I C E November 19, :30 a.m. T H E L O R D S S E R V I C E November 19, 2017-10:30 a.m. University Presbyterian Church Lake Nona exists as a people transformed by God's grace who are seeking the flourishing of life in Lake Nona and

More information

Revised by Mark Stafford for Canyon Bible Church of Verde Valley in July, 2015

Revised by Mark Stafford for Canyon Bible Church of Verde Valley in July, 2015 Romans 8 Study Guide Copyright 2001, Thomas C. Pinckney. This data file is the sole property of Thomas C. Pinckney. Please feel free to copy it, but for circulation freely without charge. Revised by Mark

More information

The Fire of the Spirit

The Fire of the Spirit The Fire of the Spirit Exploring St Paul (ii) Spirituality Welcome Contexts Experience (1 Thess and Gal 3 and 4) Experience (Gal 5) Belonging (1 Cor 12) Spirituality (Rom 8) Spirituality (Rom 8) Presentation

More information

We will take a look at the issue of fear. Fear in general is primarily rooted in a fear of death and God s clear answer for them.

We will take a look at the issue of fear. Fear in general is primarily rooted in a fear of death and God s clear answer for them. We will take a look at the issue of fear. Fear in general is primarily rooted in a fear of death and God s clear answer for them. He too shared in their humanity so that by his death he might destroy him

More information

Text: John 14:1-31 Subject: Christ s Comfort for His People Reading: Romans 8:1-39

Text: John 14:1-31 Subject: Christ s Comfort for His People Reading: Romans 8:1-39 Sermon #97 John s Gospel Title: Text: John 14:1-31 Subject: Christ s Comfort for His People Reading: Romans 8:1-39 1 [There is] therefore now no condemnation to them which are in Christ Jesus, who walk

More information

Be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. Ephesians 6:10

Be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. Ephesians 6:10 Be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. Ephesians 6:10 Psalm 145 The Voice Leader: I will lift my praise above everything to You, my God and King! Response: I will continually bless Your name forever

More information

WEEK TWO: FREED FROM THE POWER OF SIN...8 ROMANS 8:5-13 WEEK THREE: FREED TO BECOME SONS OF GOD...12 ROMANS 8:14-17

WEEK TWO: FREED FROM THE POWER OF SIN...8 ROMANS 8:5-13 WEEK THREE: FREED TO BECOME SONS OF GOD...12 ROMANS 8:14-17 ROMANS 8 CURRICULUM TABLE OF CONTENTS WEEK ONE: FREED FROM THE PENALTY OF SIN...4 ROMANS 8:1-4 WEEK TWO: FREED FROM THE POWER OF SIN...8 ROMANS 8:5-13 WEEK THREE: FREED TO BECOME SONS OF GOD...12 ROMANS

More information

Sermon: The Spirit intercedes for us (Romans 8:26 27)

Sermon: The Spirit intercedes for us (Romans 8:26 27) Text Sermon: The Spirit intercedes for us (Romans 8:26 27) Romans 8:26 39 Dan Mueller, 6th Aug 2017, After Pentecost 9 26 In the same way, the Spirit helps us in our weakness. We do not know what we ought

More information

LIFE ACCORDING THE SPIRIT

LIFE ACCORDING THE SPIRIT LESSON 7 May 15, 2016 LIFE ACCORDING THE SPIRIT GOLDEN TEXT The Spirit himself testifies with our spirit that we are God s children (Romans 8:16). USEFUL PRACTICE Living according to the Holy Spirit means

More information

New Testament Reading Selections

New Testament Reading Selections New Testament Reading Selections God has appointed Jesus to judge everyone, alive and dead. Acts 10:34-36, 42-43 A reading from the Acts of the Apostles. Peter proceeded to address the people in these

More information

ROMANS 8 SCRIPTURE MEMORY WORKBOOK.

ROMANS 8 SCRIPTURE MEMORY WORKBOOK. ROMANS 8 SCRIPTURE MEMORY WORKBOOK www.tnbaptist.org/godisciple Romans 8 Life in the Spirit 8:1 There is therefore now no for those who are in Christ. 8:2 For the law of the of life has set you in Christ

More information

After the sung Responsorial Psalm

After the sung Responsorial Psalm Second Reading 1 A reading from the Acts of the Apostles Peter proceeded to address the people in these words: In truth, I see that God shows no partiality. Rather, in every nation whoever fears him and

More information

Rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, be constant in prayer. Romans 12:12 ESV

Rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, be constant in prayer. Romans 12:12 ESV Rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, be constant in prayer. Romans 12:12 ESV Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, rejoice. Let your reasonableness be known to everyone. The Lord is at hand;

More information

Presbyterian Church in America

Presbyterian Church in America Presbyterian Church in America SUNDAY WORSHIP SERVICE JUNE 1, 2014 8:15 AM Sunday Order of Worship Prelude Welcome O Love That Will Not Let Me Go O Love that will not let me go, I rest my weary soul in

More information

Reader: A reading from the Acts of the Apostles.

Reader: A reading from the Acts of the Apostles. Acts 10:34-43 (Long Form) Reader: A reading from the Acts of the Apostles. Peter proceeded to speak, saying: In truth, I see that God shows no partiality. Rather, in every nation whoever fears him and

More information

Readings from the New Testament

Readings from the New Testament Readings from the New Testament A reading from the Letter of Saint Paul to the Romans Romans 5:5-11 Brothers and sisters: Hope does not disappoint, because the love of God has been poured out into our

More information

Jesus Walks Among the Lampstands. Closing Thoughts Part B Lesson #24

Jesus Walks Among the Lampstands. Closing Thoughts Part B Lesson #24 Jesus Walks Among the Lampstands Closing Thoughts Part B Lesson #24 Professors are divided into two categories. Westminster Shorter Catechism Q 33: What is justification? A 33: Justification is the act

More information

New Testament Readings (Second Reading)

New Testament Readings (Second Reading) New Testament Readings (Second Reading) 1. Acts of the Apostles 10:34-43 or 10:34-36. 42-43 A reading from the Acts of the Apostles (long form) Peter proceeded to speak and said, "In truth, I see that

More information

Who I Am In Christ. My Identity in Christ. I am In Christ

Who I Am In Christ. My Identity in Christ. I am In Christ Who I Am In Christ Freedom, life, and joy begin when we have a true understanding of God and the Father-heart of God. We must know who we are as God s children, and that the nature of our relationship

More information

Central College Presbyterian Church. An All-church Study

Central College Presbyterian Church. An All-church Study Central College Presbyterian Church www.ccpc.us An All-church Study Leaders Guide Lesson 9 Welcome - (~1 min) Opening prayer (~1 min) Opening Comments (~2 min) As you might recall, Paul ended chapter 7

More information

St. Cecilia Church New Testament Readings for Funerals (Second Reading Choose One)

St. Cecilia Church New Testament Readings for Funerals (Second Reading Choose One) St. Cecilia Church New Testament Readings for Funerals (Second Reading Choose One) New Testament Reading 1 [1014-1] Hope does not disappoint, because the love of God has been poured out into our hearts

More information

SECOND READING Please choose one

SECOND READING Please choose one SECOND READING Please choose one B-1 A reading from the Letter of Saint Paul to the Romans 5:5-11 Hope does not disappoint, because the love of God has been poured out into our hearts through the Holy

More information

ROMANS 8, King James Version

ROMANS 8, King James Version ROMANS 8, King James Version 1. [There is] therefore now no condemnation to them which are in Christ Jesus, who walk not after the flesh, but after the Spirit. 2. For the law of the Spirit of life in Christ

More information

God spoke to Moses: Tell Aaron and his sons, This is how you are to bless the People of Israel. Say to them, The Aaronic blessing

God spoke to Moses: Tell Aaron and his sons, This is how you are to bless the People of Israel. Say to them, The Aaronic blessing Numbers 6v24-26 Joshua 1v8 Psalm 40v1-3 Psalm 46v10a Psalm 119v18 Matthew 28v18-20 Matthew 22v37-40 John 14v6 Romans 6v22-23 Romans 8v38-39 Romans 12v1-2 1 Corinthians 11v23-26 Galatians 5v22-23 Ephesians

More information

(Romans 5:6) You see, at just the right time, when we were still powerless, Christ died for the ungodly.

(Romans 5:6) You see, at just the right time, when we were still powerless, Christ died for the ungodly. Romans 5:6-11 & 8:31-39 New International Version April 23, 2017 The International Bible Lesson (Uniform Sunday School Lessons Series) for Sunday, April 23, 2017, is from Romans 5:6-11 & 8:31-39. Questions

More information

Second Reading. Funerals

Second Reading. Funerals Funerals Acts 10:34-43... Page 1 Revelation 14:13... Page2 Revelation 20:11-21:1... Page 3 Revelation 21:1-5a, 6b-7... Page 4 Romans 1:8-17... Page 5 Romans 5:5-11... Page 6 Romans 5:17-21... Page 7 Romans

More information

THE FAMILY OF GOD Compiled by Lewis Armstrong

THE FAMILY OF GOD Compiled by Lewis Armstrong Deuteronomy 8:5-7 5 You should know in your heart that as a man chastens his son, so the LORD your God chastens you. 6 Therefore you shall keep the commandments of the LORD your God, to walk in His ways

More information

He commissioned us to preach to the people and testify that He is the one appointed by God as judge of the living and the dead.

He commissioned us to preach to the people and testify that He is the one appointed by God as judge of the living and the dead. New Testament Readings NT 1 A Reading from The Acts of the Apostles Then Peter proceeded to speak and said, "In truth, I see that God shows no partiality. Rather, in every nation whoever fears Him and

More information

The Christ Powered Life (Romans 5 8) by Dr. Ralph F. Wilson

The Christ Powered Life (Romans 5 8) by Dr. Ralph F. Wilson The Christ Powered Life (Romans 5 8) by Dr. Ralph F. Wilson Appendix 4. Participant Handouts for Groups and Classes If you're working with a class or small group, feel free to duplicate the following handouts

More information

ORDER OF WORSHIP July 6, rd Sunday after Pentecost

ORDER OF WORSHIP July 6, rd Sunday after Pentecost ORDER OF WORSHIP July 6, 2014 4 rd Sunday after Pentecost *Congregation Stands (If you prefer, It is acceptable to remain seated.) Welcome to Knox Presbyterian Church! We invite you to sign and pass the

More information

Since we are now justified by his Blood, we will be saved through him from the wrath.

Since we are now justified by his Blood, we will be saved through him from the wrath. Romans 5:5-11 Since we are now justified by his Blood, we will be saved through him from the wrath. Hope does not disappoint, because the love of God has been poured out into our hearts through the Holy

More information

Message God s Love/Jesus Provision 06/11/2017

Message God s Love/Jesus Provision 06/11/2017 Message God s Love/Jesus Provision 06/11/2017 Thank you Angie for reading that story. Good Morning Church! I pray that as we Celebrated the Day of Pentecost in our service last week that you felt (The

More information

THE WORSHIP OF GOD October 21, 2018

THE WORSHIP OF GOD October 21, 2018 THE WORSHIP OF GOD October 21, 2018 To protect the Worship environment, Please, no drinks in the Sanctuary, and remember to turn off cell phones. THE GATHERING *#8 Praise to the Lord, the Almighty Praise

More information

SECOND READING NEW TESTAMENT

SECOND READING NEW TESTAMENT SECOND READING NEW TESTAMENT 1. Acts of the Apostles 10:34-36, 42-43 A reading from the Acts of the Apostles God has appointed Jesus to judge everyone, alive and dead. Then Peter proceeded to address the

More information

The Spirit of Adoption Romans 8:14-17

The Spirit of Adoption Romans 8:14-17 1 The Spirit of Adoption Romans 8:14-17 Pastor Jason Van Bemmel July 26, 2015 14 For all who are led by the Spirit of God are sons of God. 15 For you did not receive the spirit of slavery to fall back

More information

Romans 5:6-11 & 8:31-39 English Standard Version April 23, 2017

Romans 5:6-11 & 8:31-39 English Standard Version April 23, 2017 Romans 5:6-11 & 8:31-39 English Standard Version April 23, 2017 The International Bible Lesson (Uniform Sunday School Lessons Series) for Sunday, April 23, 2017, is from Romans 5:6-11 & 8:31-39. Questions

More information

Sunday, April 23, 2017: God s Reconciling Love Commentary

Sunday, April 23, 2017: God s Reconciling Love Commentary Sunday, April 23, 2017: God s Reconciling Love Commentary April 23, 2017 Sunday, Lesson: Romans 5:6-11; 8:31-39; Time of Action: 56 A.D.; Place of Action: Paul writes from Corinth Golden Text: For I am

More information

Through Faith (Romans 4)

Through Faith (Romans 4) Through Faith (Romans 4) In Romans chapter 3, Paul ended the chapter by asking if we can now boast of our relationship and right standing with God. Paul replies that we cannot boast in ourselves because

More information

New Testament Readings

New Testament Readings New Testament Readings Prout Funeral Home NT 1 Acts 10: 34-43 A reading from the Acts of the Apostles: Peter proceeded to address the people in these words: In truth, I see that God shows no partiality.

More information

Lyrics for Online Streaming February 28/March 1, 2015

Lyrics for Online Streaming February 28/March 1, 2015 Lyrics for Online Streaming February 28/March 1, 2015 The following set of lyrics is intended to improve your online worship experience (www.faconline.tv) and is not intended for commercial distribution.

More information

Peter proceeded to address the people in these words:

Peter proceeded to address the people in these words: #1 A reading from the Acts of the Apostles (Long Form) 10:34-43 Peter proceeded to address the people in these words: "In truth, I see that God shows no partiality. Rather, in every nation whoever fears

More information

There is therefore now no condemnation to THOSE WHO ARE IN Christ Jesus, Who is free?

There is therefore now no condemnation to THOSE WHO ARE IN Christ Jesus, Who is free? Lesson 9 for December 2, 2017 Who is free? There is therefore now no condemnation to THOSE WHO ARE IN Christ Jesus, (Romans 8:1) Only those who have a strong relationship with Christ can be free; that

More information

SEVENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST Fruit of the Spirit-Goodness July 27, :00

SEVENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST Fruit of the Spirit-Goodness July 27, :00 SEVENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST Fruit of the Spirit-Goodness July 27, 2014 11:00 AS WE GATHER Jesus does not explain the parables in today s Gospel. Although most commentators identify the hidden treasure

More information

STUDY PAGES/NOTES KNOW THE WORD WEEK 82 DAY 1

STUDY PAGES/NOTES KNOW THE WORD WEEK 82 DAY 1 STUDY PAGES/NOTES KNOW THE WORD WEEK 82 DAY 1 1. Job 7-9: Bildad follows Eliphaz in speaking to Job. A. Eliphaz To him, Job s problem was self-righteousness and he felt Job must have committed some terrible

More information

1. For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord. Romans 6:23

1. For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord. Romans 6:23 1. For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord. Romans 6:23 2. For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God. Romans 3:23 3. Therefore, if anyone

More information

Foundation of Faith Summer Scripture Focus

Foundation of Faith Summer Scripture Focus Mon, June 12 Work willingly at whatever you do, as though you were working for the Lord rather than for people. Colossians 3:23 Tues, June 13 So humble yourselves before God. Resist the devil, and he will

More information

All things work for good

All things work for good All things work for good An exposition of Romans 8:28 By Ross Callaghan http://rosscallaghan.yolasite.com We know that in all things God works for the good of those who love Him, who have been called according

More information

Blessings for Adhering to the Covenant The Kingdom and the Covenant, Session 16

Blessings for Adhering to the Covenant The Kingdom and the Covenant, Session 16 Blessings for Adhering to the Covenant The Kingdom and the Covenant, Session 16 Introduction! During a human covenant ceremony, covenant partners pronounce blessings over each other, including their rights

More information

A reading from the Letter of Saint Paul to the Romans

A reading from the Letter of Saint Paul to the Romans Romans 6:3-4, 8-9 A reading from the Letter of Saint Paul to the Romans Are you unaware that we who were baptized into Christ Jesus were baptized into his death? We were indeed buried with him through

More information

Now there was a famine in the land besides the earlier famine of Abraham s time and Isaac went to Abimelech king of the Philistines in Gerar.

Now there was a famine in the land besides the earlier famine of Abraham s time and Isaac went to Abimelech king of the Philistines in Gerar. Now there was a famine in the land besides the earlier famine of Abraham s time and Isaac went to Abimelech king of the Philistines in Gerar. GENESIS 26:1 The Lord appeared to Isaac and said, Do not go

More information

WHO ARE THESE PEOPLE?

WHO ARE THESE PEOPLE? SERMON SERIES: EXODUS Pastor Chris Brown Message #1: Who Are These People? North Coast Church Exodus 1:1-22 November 7-8, 2015 WHO ARE THESE PEOPLE? The People, Places and Period: Exodus 1:1-7 Forgetting

More information

NEW TESTAMENT READINGS

NEW TESTAMENT READINGS NEW TESTAMENT READINGS A reading from the Acts of the Apostles 10:34 43 Peter addressed Cornelius and his household: The truth I have now come to realise, he said, is that God does not have favourites,

More information

Calvary Chapel South Bay Women s Ministry. A Woman of Virtue. Part 2. This Homework Belongs To: Phone Number. My Group Leader is: Group Number

Calvary Chapel South Bay Women s Ministry. A Woman of Virtue. Part 2. This Homework Belongs To: Phone Number. My Group Leader is: Group Number Calvary Chapel South Bay Women s Ministry A Woman of Virtue Part 2 This Homework Belongs To: Phone Number My Group Leader is: Group Number Calvary Chapel South Bay Women s Bible Study A Woman of Virtue

More information

ROMANS LESSON TWO THE RESULTS OF JUSTIFICATION

ROMANS LESSON TWO THE RESULTS OF JUSTIFICATION ROMANS LESSON TWO CHAPTER FIVE THE RESULTS OF JUSTIFICATION This chapter teaches the basic truths of salvation. Several verses here may be used to lead a person to Christ. We also learn of spiritual blessings

More information

WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO BE SAVED

WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO BE SAVED *** AUGUST *** WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO BE SAVED A common Christian term Many believers around the world would commonly say I am saved. Many Christians even would ask others Are you saved? It has become a

More information

Eternal Security: Twenty-One Proofs of the Biblical Doctrine of the Perseverance of the Saints

Eternal Security: Twenty-One Proofs of the Biblical Doctrine of the Perseverance of the Saints Eternal Security: Twenty-One Proofs of the Biblical Doctrine of the Perseverance of the Saints By James Moriello, Firm Foundation Christian Church, Woonsocket, RI, 2016 Here are 21 Bible texts (NKJV) which

More information

Treasury. Hymns. The Unforgettable Stories of Courage, Suffering, and Triumph That Brought These Treasured Songs to Life

Treasury. Hymns. The Unforgettable Stories of Courage, Suffering, and Triumph That Brought These Treasured Songs to Life Treasury of A Hymns The Unforgettable Stories of Courage, Suffering, and Triumph That Brought These Treasured Songs to Life Treasury of A Hymns The Unforgettable Stories of Courage, Suffering, and Triumph

More information

Key Words We Will Find The Overall Structure of Hebrews and Its Focus on Jesus Christ as our High Priest

Key Words We Will Find The Overall Structure of Hebrews and Its Focus on Jesus Christ as our High Priest Hebrews - A Letter Addressed to Modern-Day Christians Part 2 Key Words We Will Find The Overall Structure of Hebrews and Its Focus on Jesus Christ as our High Priest Before we start into a verse by verse

More information